For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 526 students in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa, FL.
The top-ranked public school in East Tampa is Potter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa, FL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potter Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3224 E Cayuga St
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 276-5564
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 276-5564
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa, FL include Potter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa?
the neighborhood of East Tampa, Tampa public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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